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Engaging and interactive learningSpace for learning“There is a comprehensiverange of learning resources,and teachers use themeffectively to support pupilsin their learning.”ESTYN 2013Teaching and Learning is at the core ofwhat we do. We believe that learning in ourschool is exciting, enjoyable and rewardingand we aim to provide our students with thebest possible opportunities to succeed.As a large school we are able to offer a huge rangeof subjects and great facilities. We treat all studentsas individuals and our staff know how to get thebest out of each child. We expect our learners toask questions, to challenge knowledge and growas independent life-long learners. Our studentsleave Castell Alun as confident young adults witha wealth of experiences behind them and brightfutures ahead. The school’s reputation locally andnationally also means that many of the very bestteachers choose to work at Castell Alun and our staffare immensely proud to be part of our success.Originally built in 1958, our school has grown and evolved to meetthe needs of the 21st century learner. We have wi-fi in every roomand other specialist facilities in a broad range of subjects.Our students have access to social areas, high quality dining facilitiesand the school itself is based in a lovely, quiet village setting. Wehave a vibrant, well stocked library, great sports facilities, study areasand well equipped classrooms. Our Sixth Form enjoys its own areasfor studying, snacking and socialising and our campus is clean,welcoming, bright, homely and well respected by all who use it.10 11